Algiers guide: how to get there, what to see

How to get to Algiers

The very location of Algiers alone makes it a cosy place to visit. By air, search for cheap flights to Algiers' main airport: Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG). It's a mere 17km away from the city centre of Algiers. liligo.com finds the best offers from any British airport to Algiers. Airlines operating flights on this route include Air France, Iberia, British Airways, Alitalia and Lufthansa, among others. From the airport you can reach the city centre by car (there are car hires available from the airport), taxi or bus. The public city bus leaves every thirty minutes. The city has plans to build an underground tube line, connecting the airport, but until now it has not yet been completed.

Culture, accommodations, sights

Let's start with the flavours of Algiers. Being coastal, fishing is a main source of income for the locals and you can be sure that fish make it on the table of many Algerians. The culinary treats in Algiers bring people to the table for dining experiences that are most enjoyable. It's as if every meal were a celebration of flavour, cultural traditions, family and friends. Some of the best-rated restaurants in the city are Auberge Du Moulin, Mezzo Mezzo, Des Facultes, El Cosaria, Le SAIGON, Patisserie Istanboul, Jenina, Arzette Loubnane, El Behdja, and El Waha Poolside.

If you’re looking for cheap hotels near these great eateries, you will find exactly what you're looking for, along with cheap flights, using liligo.com. Search simultaneously to find the best offers for your trip to Algiers. For those seeking a beautifully religious place to behold, the Notre Dame d’Afrique is a cathedral that’s worth the trip. The Kashbah of Algiers also attracts its own, a historic neighbourhood site that is an excellent place to stroll through. When you start planning your holiday, take into account that there are so many wonderful things to see and do, it'll be hard to decide!

Practical information

Algiers is a huge city and it has also seen its share of terrorist attacks and crime is on the rise. While most of the violence is against the corrupt police force, it is best for tourists to stay in areas that are designated for tourists. Don't let this deter you from looking for flights to Algiers. The city may have a reputation behind it but once you arrive, you'll be mesmerized by its white-washed houses and its Mediterranean feel. The best time to visit is of course during summer but if the extreme North African heat is too much for you to stand try visiting rather in spring or autumn when the days are slightly cooler. While progressively modern and continuously developing, you'll quickly find unique spots that are still so rooted in the city's interesting history.